ALES: MA: 65 (equally-weighted), PhD: 70 (equally-weighted). ALES is required for resident Turkish citizens who are applying to the M.A. and Ph.D. programs. ALES scores are valid for 5 years.

GRE: International applicants and Turkish citizens who are residing abroad are required submit GRE scores, which will substitute the ALES requirement. GRE scores are valid for 5 years.

English Proficiency: MA and PhD: TOEFL IBT (at least 87), IELTS (at least 6.5 average and 5.5 from each section) or Bilkent PAE (at least C). Native English speakers only are exempt from this requirement. Validity period for all exams: 2 years